1.0 Carat Ovalvs1.25 Carat Radiant

When comparing a 1 carat Oval to a 1.25 carat Radiant, the 1.25 carat Radiant appears visually larger. It has a face-up surface area that is approximately 5% larger than the 1 carat Oval.

Detailed Measurements:

The 1 carat oval diamond measures 7.7mm × 5.7mm, while the 1.25 carat radiant measures 6.7mm × 5.4mm. The 1 carat oval covers approximately 45% of the width of an average finger (size 6.5), creating a substantial, eye-catching presence.

Shopping Considerations:

Beyond size, consider that oval diamonds tend to have different brilliance patterns compared to radiant cuts. Use the interactive visual tool above to see these diamonds side-by-side with a US dime for real-world scale reference. The measurements shown are based on well-cut diamonds with standard proportions.

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